Vehicle Architecture CAD Engineer

Vehicle Architecture CAD Engineer

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The CAD Engineer will support part design and build in development of full-sized interior / exterior Vehicle Package Seating Property for exterior research.

What youll do...

• Lead engineering and CAD development of full-sized interior / exterior Vehicle Package Seating Property for exterior research.
• Develop designs in CAD for wood fiberglass and foam parts combined with existing automotive parts to be assembled into the build of the package property.
• Develop CAD for full 3D exterior and interior parts utilizing CAD surfacing techniques from Design Studio surface source data.
• Support Program Architecture Team with feedback on interior/exterior package targets (driver accommodation roominess exterior visibility ease of ingress & egress and luggage/cargo space) through development of package property.
• Work with Program Architecture Team to validate targets using competitive benchmarking customer satisfaction and quality data.
• Assist program teams in resolving Program issues
• Conduct Ford and Competitive benchmarking analysis as related to Mechanical Integration or Occupant Package requirements.
• Conduct CAD/CAE studies as needed to support Program teams in non-standard studies
• Perform correlation studies as needed to validate current and future requirements.
• Provide input on the development of globally consistent requirements tools processes and methods.
• Assist in the development of CAD based mechanical integration or occupant package tools resolution of tool issues and evaluation of tool updates/software improvements.
• Assist/lead development improvement and maintenance of Mechanical Integration or Occupant Package requirements and processes.

Youll have...

• Bachelors degree in engineering
• 5 years of experience in automotive mechanical or occupant package design with package layout / arrangement / integration and Accommodation & Usage and attribute delivery.
• 5 years of experience in mechanical Integration and Occupant Package program experience
• 3 years of experience in CATIA V5 (and CATIA V6 desired) TeamCenter and VisMockup.
• 3 years of experience in CATIA surface design.

Even better you may have...

• Ability in design of mechanical door closure systems chassis and steering system and seating systems.
• Knowledge of automotive engineering design geometry attributes assembly and service.
• Ability to link and normalize geometry with occupant and mechanical package layout and attribute performance.
• In-depth knowledge of Body / Chassis / Powertrain / Electrical systems (geometry and function) attributes (NVH Climate Safety etc.) and delivering compatible vehicle-level solutions
• Key leadership behaviors: build strong relationships; be a team player; communicate clearly concisely and candidly; demonstrate initiative empowerment courage tenacity and integrity; set high expectations; hold yourself responsible and accountable for delivering results.
• Demonstrated teamwork and leadership skills and an ability to manage multiple projects
• Outstanding communication and presentation skills with strong oral and written communication.
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications.

You may not check every box or your experience may look a little different from what weve outlined but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company we encourage you to apply!

As an established global company we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe or keep you close to home Will your career be a deep dive into what you love or a series of new teams and new skills Will you be a leader a changemaker a technical expert a culture builderor all of the above No matter what you choose we offer a work life that works for you including:

• Immediate medical dental vision and prescription drug coverage
• Flexible family care days paid parental leave new parent ramp-up programs subsidized back-up child care and more
• Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement fertility treatments and more
• Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
• Tuition assistance
• Established and active employee resource groups
• Paid time off for individual and team community service
• A generous schedule of paid holidays including the week between Christmas and New Years Day
• Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

For more information on salary and benefits click here: position is a range of salary grades 7-8 .

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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This position is hybrid. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week. #LI-Hybrid #LI-MK1